Patli Gali Aana Lyrics Translation | Talvar

This is a satirical number that talks about the system with a lot of metaphors. There are puns and idiomatic usages as well. The 'patli gali' here is the police and judiciary, where once caught, one doesn't seem to find a way out, and that's probably the reason it's called patli gali — narrow street — here. If you see the song in the movie, you'll probably be able to make a lot more sense than if you listen to it stand alone. But do listen to it anyway, so that you know the words well when you see the film. A gem from the old trio of Gulzar, VB and Sukhiji.

If you want to get your blades sharpened, or use your sword,or want to get some grinding done,come to the narrow street..whether you have to get your moustaches trimmed, or get your tail cut,It’s an old shop,come to the narrow street..